OG Image Guides

Why Open Graph images matter, by platform, use case, and framework.

How to Refresh Cached OG Images on Social Platforms
Learn how to clear and refresh cached OG images on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Discord, and Slack. Includes manual and automated cache-busting strategies.
OG Image Aspect Ratio: Getting It Right for Every Platform
Master OG image aspect ratios for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and more. Learn why 1.91:1 is the standard and when you might need alternative ratios.
OG Image Text Overlay: Typography Tips for Social Cards
Learn how to add readable, attractive text overlays to your OG images. Covers font sizing, contrast ratios, background techniques, and common typography mistakes.
Adding Your Logo to OG Images: Best Practices
Learn the best practices for incorporating your brand logo into OG images, including sizing, placement, file formats, and how to maintain brand consistency at scale.
OG Image CDN Hosting: Speed Up Your Social Previews
Learn why CDN hosting matters for OG images, how to set it up with Cloudflare, AWS, or Vercel, and how to configure caching headers for optimal social crawler performance.
OG Image API: How to Generate Images Programmatically
A developer's guide to OG image APIs. Learn how to build your own, use third-party services, handle authentication, caching, and integrate with your content pipeline.
Do OG Images Affect SEO? The Real Impact Explained
Understand the real relationship between OG images and SEO. Learn how social engagement signals, click-through rates, and visual search affect your search rankings.
Best OG Image Generators in 2026: Honest Comparison
An honest comparison of the top OG image generators in 2026. We tested OGImagen, Vercel OG, Bannerbear, Placid, and Cloudinary to help you pick the right tool.